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    Shaka Ramen

    4.2 (38 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:30 pm

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    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Belner B.

    Stop here for dinner with my family and we had a very good time. New to the area so checking out restaurants around the city. The decor is very unique. Service was great and the food was amazing. Tried matcha for the first time and I actually enjoyed it

    Soy chicken wings so delicious
    Myra C.

    I give the Soy Garlic wings a very enthusiastic five stars! The coating is nicely done. Just the right crisp (it must be a secret coating) soooo good. The wings were crisp on the outside, tender and juicy inside, cooked perfectly. The Shaka ramen was close to five stars. The broth is extra thick, almost greasy. Never had ramen broth like it before, rich pork broth. I would come in just for the wings alone. Awesome service, immaculate clean and good food priced right.

    Vegan Tofu
    Vishnu B.

    Good vegetarian options. By far the best ramen place around town. The vegetarian ramen and the vegan tofu bowl were amazing (try spicy). Must try vegetarian bao buns, they are burst of flavor. The lemon tea with mango boba (unlike tapioca) was very fresh and the best we had so far. Went in on a Sunday evening and place was clean, waiter was punctual, delivery was fast, bathrooms were clean, food was amazing. Definitely recommend trying this place.

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    Ahmard R.

    First time here, it was great. Service was very good. Let me tell you this place is very clean. They have a lot of culture and history on the wall's. The food was very good. The broth is tasty and noodles were cooked perfectly. I'm definitely coming back.

    Soy Garlic Wings
    Angela S.

    Visited this place last night and had ramen for the first time with the fam. The restaurants decor upon entering was nice and clean. We were quickly greeted & seated. Our waitress was nice & attentive. I had a passion fruit tea with mango boba. I also had a ramen combo with the spicy ramen and shrimp tempura. Both were tasty! We also tried the soy garlic wings as well and they were good. We all were satisfied with our choices and pricing was reasonable. I'd definitely return here.

    Tonkatsu bowl with curry sauce
    Pyro C.

    This place is a hidden gem in Middletown. Located in a shopping plaza on the West side of Middletown, it is tucked away along with numerous other shops and restaurants. However, it is well worth the trip. While ramen is the main cuisine offered, there are also plenty of selection that's great to try out. The Gyudon bowl and the Tonkatsu bowl are both terrific. About the only type of Japanese cuisine not offered are the sushis and sashimis. The portions served were quite large, and pricing is very competitive compared to similar dining establishments. Inside is well decorated, there's also an outside seating area. Staff are friendly and attentive. It is a great addition to the expanding area dining options.

    Shaka Ramen , Gyoza and Steamed Buns
    Anthony C.

    My wife recommended this place . Very good Ramen the food was delicious. I also got Gyoza and Steamed Buns

    Tonkatsu Ramen
    David C.

    Very good atmosphere and convenient location in Middletown. We ordered the Tan Tan and Tonkatsu ramen, as well as tornado fries (reminded us of our latest trip to Seoul where countless vendors sold tornado fries). The tornado fries was very flavorful and crispy. Just be wary that some bites will contain a mouthful of cheese dusting. The ramen was packed full of flavor, however the amount of soup was a letdown. I've eaten at countless ramen shops and I never experienced just a small puddle of soup remaining after consuming the noodles. Another side note, the menu offers a combo special for $20 which includes a ramen and appetizer. Most of the ramen was $14-15. The tornado fries was $3. When I asked would be get two since it's $20 for a combo, the waitress said the combo only includes one appetizer. Why would I pay $20 for a ramen and tornado fries, when I could just order the $3 tornado fry separately? I guess if you were to order the combo, just stay away from the lower priced appetizers such as tornado fries and edamame. There was also an option for takoyaki for the combo set but takoyaki wasn't listed to order separately on the appetizer menu? I wouldn't come out of my way to dine here, but it's a solid spot if you're craving ramen and happen to be in the area.

    Salad and ramen

    The food is really good and flavorful, portions are big and definitely worth the price . Service is great they check up on you to see if you need anything, very polite and hard workers. They clean up as they see trash so your table is very clean as well as the restaurant. The atmosphere is nice, quiet and private . 10/10 experience

    Nasty ramen

    it was nasty I got from the kids meal the egg in there was cold I asked for no veggies they still gave me it and poor service place was packed the boba tea was nasty and noodles were stale and the fried chicken was soggy broth was nasty

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    Shaka Ramen certainly exceeded my expectations in every way. The Garlic Soy Wings were so good. The Shaka Ramen itself was a flavor explosion. Rich broth, perfectly textured noodles, and fresh ingredients made for an unforgettable bowl. The cozy yet modern ambiance added to the experience, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. What truly stood out was the great service. My waiter was not only friendly but also attentive and helpful with suggestions, offering valuable recommendations and enhancing my overall enjoyment. Shaka Ramen is a must-visit for anyone seeking top-notch ramen, delightful wings, and a positive dining experience. I'm already looking forward to my next visit

    Ugh.. hot tea in plastic cups!
    TT B.

    We decided to try the newest Middletown restaurant since we love a good ramen entree. The decor is very captivating due to either the owner or the corporation. The ambience is surprisingly nice, considering the place is in a strip mall. We were seated and our server (a seemingly sad gal we were able to get a smile out of later on) came to take our drink order. We decided to get hot tea along with our water. We were expecting classic tea in small ceramic cups, but were taken aback when the server came to the table with our hot tea served in cold Drink cups, which were plastic! (See the picture I've added, as an example of the type of cup she presented) While I realize that most plastic cups now do not contain BPA, do you really want to be drinking hot tea out of a plastic cup? This made the restaurant feel cheap like those where the menu is overhead and alighted for you to choose items by numbers and take out. Most Asian countries regard tea as ceremonial or at least respect the drink enough to serve in a proper vessel. This was a major turn off and immediately we felt the classiness and charm of the decor as incongruous with the food and service. We sent the plastic "tea cups" back and stuck with water. We had a few starters and they were good. We were too turned off to get ramen, but will try again another day. Note to restaurant or franchise: Please don't create a pretty restaurant and ruin the experience with hot tea in plastic cups.

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    Abby H.

    Great atmosphere and wonderful servers, but the main reason I keep coming back is the food. The ramen and appetizer combo is a really good deal for only $20. My go-to is the tan tan ramen with minced pork on top with the tornado fries. I tried the spicy wings today and was also pleasantly surprised. 5 star experience overall.

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    Great food and so cute inside! We love the veggie gyoza and vegetarian ramen. My kids love it too!

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    Food, service & ambiance is great! I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who enjoys good food!!!

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    Very good taste. nice the Japanese restaurant i am glad to found place finally.. real food so wonderful..

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    Best restaurant in Middletown, super good food and really cool ambience. Even the vegan ramen is incredibly flavorful!

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